Sunrise on the Reaping
“With Sunrise on the Reaping, I was inspired by David Hume’s idea of implicit submission and, in his words, ‘the easiness with which the many are governed by the few.’ The story also lent itself to a deeper dive into the use of propaganda and the power of those who control the narrative. The question ‘Real or not real?’ seems more pressing to me every day.” — S.C.
Available in paperback August 4th, 2026
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Reviews
“Raw, shocking, and deeply bittersweet, Haymitch’s backstory pulls the pieces of the Hunger Games universe together with ease…“
–Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
“[A] brutal tale of compassion and rage, and a frank examination of propaganda and tragedy…”
–Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
“Nearly two decades after the original trilogy was published, ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ proves how critical and timely the series remains….Collins’ writing is as lyrical and engrossing as it was when ‘The Hunger Games’ debuted 17 years ago…”
–MSNBC
“Collins reminds readers that it’s possible for us all to consider the source of the narratives we’re being fed, recognize the goals behind it, and consume media critically…”
–Polygon